RCA VR327 User Manual

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GUIDE

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Important Information ............. i

Table o fContenls .....................

Hooking Up the VCR ................. 2

Selfing U p theVCR . .................. 7

Using theRemote Control

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Playing aTape .......................

Recording

aProgram ............. 17

References

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Page 1 USER'S GUIDE 3-Or;_--g_ U - Important Information ..... i Table o fContenls ..... Hooking Up the VCR ....2 Selfing U p theVCR ....7 Using theRemote Control ..10 Playing aTape ....... Recording aProgram ..... 17 References ......Index .
Page 2 Important Information WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. To reduce the risk of --mKOFaZCn_SHOCK_ REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. fire or shock hazard, DO NOT OPEN do not expose this VCR to rain or moisture.
Page 3 Table of Contents Important Information Warnings, Cautions, Note to Cable TV installer, and Product Registration Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Connecting Two VCRs for Copying...
Page 4: Choosing A Hookup
Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B). The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.
Page 5 Antenna or Cable System W'dhout a Cable Box Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. From Antenna or Cable 300/75 Ohm Back of VCR Adapter 1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
Page 6: All Channels
Cable System W dh Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection From Cable which requires fewer accessories. Back of VCR 1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to Cable Box RF Coaxial either channel 3 or 4.
Page 7 Cable System W dh Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Charmels (suchas HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) Basic hookup......Use this hookup {or a simple connection From Cable which requires fewer accessories. Back of VCR Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to 1°...
Page 8: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Option A hookup. Playback Use this hookup for a simple connection From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box i ................ which requires fewer accessories....IN FROM "_'_ "NT' " _) Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 AUD,01 VIDE01 and then modify with this connection.
Page 9 Startup 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any item_ arc missing. 4÷ -0< ÷ 2 "AAA" Batteries Remote RF Coaxial Cable (Stock No. 221292) (Stock No. 200710) 2. Insert batteries in remote. 3. Turn on the Turn on the TV. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the...
Page 10 Startup 5. Place channels in the VCR's memory. The first time you turn on the VCR or atter a power interruption, the VCR will display a message on the TV AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS screen prompting you to AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS for the VCR.
Page 11: Use Tv • Vcr Button
Startup 7. Use TV.VCR button. Skip this step it you u_cd one ot the advanced hookups. When using one of the basic hookups, the -I-V.VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or television channels. This button allows you to record a program on the VCR while watching another...
Page 12: Function Buttons
Function Buttons CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel m the VCR's channel memory. CLEAR POWER TV,VCR DISPLAY Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change entries when PAUSE SEARCH REC,XPR setting the time or VCR for a timer recording.
Page 13 Function Buttons (continued) SEARCH Numbers (0 through 9) ZERO SEARCH menu on 'IV. Select a channel up to 99 by pressing Displays two numbers. Advances tape 60 seconds during Select a cable channel over 99 by playback. pressing and holding 1 until 1-- appears on the screen.
Page 14: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions play a tape 1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or IV's video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. The POWER and VCR indicators will light. Tape automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the AUTO PLAYfeature is turned on.
Page 15: Using The Playback
Using the Playback Features Auto Play Feature This feature lets you tel1 the VCR whether you want it to automatically start playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed. MAIN MENU TIMER PROGRAMMING REVIEW PROGRAMS CHANNEL SETUP SETUP OPTIONS SETUP...
Page 16: Using The Playback Features
Using Playback Features DISPLAY Button STOP 0:30:00 1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Status Displays The time and date must be set before they are displayed.
Page 17: Slow Motion
Using the Playback Features Zero Search The zero search feature allows you to quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 at any spot on the tape. This is especially convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tape several times. ZERO SEARCH CURRENT...
Page 18: Pause For Stop Action
Using Playback Features Pause for Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine details of the scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded the SLP speed. 1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action. 2.
Page 19: Types Of Recordings
Types of Recordings Your VCR provides different types of recording. These typc_ arc explained m the following sections: Basic Recording - Operating Instructions Express Recording (XPR) Recording While You're Away Timer Recording Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Recording Speeds Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP).
Page 20 Express Recording (XPR) Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using tile timer program feature. The VCR will turn off automatically at the end of the recording. !" STOP,EJECT PLAY REC,XPR Operating Instructions Turn on the VCR. 2.
Page 21 Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) Select cable viewing channel (Required only if all channels received from a cable box.) Press MENU PROG on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. MAIN MENU Press 3 to display CHANNEL SETUP menu.
Page 22: Setting A Timer Recording
Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) The timer program feature lets you program the VCR to record up to four different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. •...
Page 23: Checking Or Clearing Timer Recordings
Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings Press MENU PROG on remote to display MAIN MENU on TV screen. MAIN MENU TIMER PROGRAMMING Press 2 for REVIEW PROGRAMS. REVIEW PROGRAMS CHANNEL SETUP Each entered program is displayed for a few seconds in sequence.
Page 24 Copying editing using compatible remote If you have a compatible RCA or ProScan remote with MAIN MENU VCR1 and VCR2 buttons you can program this VCR to TIMER PROGRAMMING...
Page 25: Specifications
Specifications Format: Video: 2-Head Record!Playback Audio: Mono record/playback system System: EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined Antenna: antenna terminal USA: Tuner: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis...
Page 26: Location Of Controls Front Panel
Location of Controls Front Panel Tape Compartment POW£R TIMEH HL CL),_ID F_£ W lNb PLAY G£) Remote Sensor REC.XPR CHANNEL or TRACKING Up or Down Press REC,XPR and PLAY to start VCK Selects next higher or lower channel in the recording.
Page 27: Back Panel
Location of Controls Back Panel IN FHOM VHF/UHF AUDIO1 VIDLO10JT3_4 _TO"FV 30H.4 Switch VIDEO1 IN and AUDIO1 IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a Selects the channel to which you will tune the VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the jacks.
Page 28: Trouble Checks
Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by ci_c,kang a lew basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized VCR Servicenter. Here's what to try: Trouble No power • Plug VCR into an operating outlet.
Page 29 Trouble Checks Trouble Here's what to try: • Tape already rewound. Rewind does not operate • Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin. Timer recording not made • Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times). or wrong program recorded •...
Page 30: Limited Warranty
The warranty period for rental units begins with the tirst rental. What we will Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to _cpaH" your VCR. Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option,...
Page 31: Index
Index 3GH.4 bwitch ..s-o,i,z:) Limited _an,mty ....... Safety lab ..........Accessories, Included ....... Line Input, Recording From ....21 SEARCH Button ......10-11,15 Add or Remove Channels Location of Controls Selecting a Cable Box Remote Control ......10-11 from Memory ........Viewing Channel ........
Page 32 For your nearest Home Entertainment Dealer or "Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the U.S.A. 1-800-336-1900 Canadian Consumers Your toll free numbers are: English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If you would like a copy of this manual in French, please follow the instructions below: Si un livret d'instructions...

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